Shiksha Protsaahan Puraskaar 2026: Financial Assistance for Higher Education
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Quick answer
This scheme offers financial assistance to children of registered workers in Madhya Pradesh for higher education. Eligible students can apply offline by visiting local centres with required documents. The scheme supports students pursuing various courses including graduation, post-graduation, and professional degrees.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial aid for higher education |
| Ministry / department | Labour Department |
| Level | State Government (Madhya Pradesh) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Shiksha Protsaahan Puraskaar yojana is a scheme launched by the Madhya Pradesh government to help children of registered workers continue their higher education. It provides financial aid based on the course studied, helping students cover their educational expenses. The scheme is open to students studying in Madhya Pradesh and requires applying through local government centres with specific documents.
Benefits
- ₹10,000 for General Graduate courses
- ₹15,000 for Engineering courses
- ₹25,000 for M.B.B.S./B.D.S.
- ₹12,500 for Pharmacy, Ayurvedic, Homeopathic courses
- ₹10,000 for Law courses
- ₹10,000 for Post-Graduate courses (M.A, M.Com, M.Sc, MBA)
- ₹11,500 for M.E/M.Tech courses
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The worker must be employed in an industrial unit or establishment within Madhya Pradesh.
- Up to two children of such workers who studied in Madhya Pradesh are eligible.
- Children must have secured at least 70% marks in graduation, post-graduation, and BE examinations.
- For MBBS students, the minimum marks are 60% in the previous year's examination.
Documents required
- Original application form filled by the student (including employer certificate, declaration, and college authentication).
- Photocopy of the self-attested mark sheet of the previous year.
- Photocopy of the first page of the bank passbook showing name, account number, and IFSC code.
- Photocopy of the student's overall family card.
- Photocopy of the student's Aadhar card.
- Photocopy of the parents' Aadhar card.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official website of Madhya Pradesh district portal and search for the scheme.
- 2Download the application form or fill out the online form available on the portal.
- 3Select your district and visit the nearest Lok Seva Kendra from the portal.
- 4Submit the filled application form along with all required documents at the local centre.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the scheme?+
The scheme provides an education incentive award to children of eligible workers studying in higher education who have passed at least first class in the previous class.
Who is eligible for the scheme?+
Children of eligible workers studying in higher education.
May other state persons also apply for this scheme?+
No, only for Madhya Pradesh.
Is there a caste-related eligibility criteria?+
No.
Is there any application time limit?+
Within 30 days from the publication of inviting applications.
Is there any Application fee?+
No.
How many children from a same family can get the benefit?+
Only 2 children of a family are eligible.
Is this scheme only for student?+
Yes.
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